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Every parent and educator has been there: a small “no” turns into a full-body meltdown in seconds. In those moments,...
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Jiujitsu Parenting
Techniques for Handling Undesirable Behaviors
Jiujitsu Parenting is calm leadership in action. Roger Higginbotham teaches you to redirect energy, hold firm limits, and roll with resistance—turning daily friction into growth. With stories, research, and simple scripts, you’ll prevent blowups, de-escalate hot moments, and teach replacement skills from toddlers to teens. It’s not permissive; it’s effective—small, strategic moves that protect connection and make home feel predictable and respectful.
Roger Higginbotham
The Widow’s Resolve
In The Widow’s Resolve, Ellie Harper is thrust into a web of grief, deception, and danger after her husband Tom is murdered in their small town. What seems like an isolated crime unravels into a complex world of smuggling and betrayal. As Ellie uncovers Tom’s secret investigation, she confronts the powerful figures controlling her town and her life. A journey of vengeance, resilience, and love, this emotional thriller explores the lengths one woman will go to for justice.
About the author
Roger Higginbotham
RA Higgs grew up in Glen Dale, WV, and now resides in Mount Vernon, OH, with his wife, Karen; they have two adult children and mark 30 years of marriage in 2025. A longtime creative, he enjoys sketching and other art forms, reading, photography, and exploring new things. He began publishing after years of writing, debuting with The Widow’s Resolve in the Blackthorn Hollow/Ellie Harper Mysteries. In Jiujitsu Parenting, he brings that same curiosity and clarity to a practical guide for families seeking calm, connection, and confident leadership at home
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Testimonial
Sweet Words from Readers
“Jiujitsu Parenting finally gave us a plan. Using Redirect–Hold–Roll, bedtime meltdowns became calm routines in days. Leverage over force really works.”
Maya R.
“As a school counselor, I found Jiujitsu Parenting both compassionate and practical. The scripts translate research into real conversations families can use tomorrow.”
D. Nguyen
“Jiujitsu Parenting changed how I handle teen pushback. Less yelling, more choices, better cooperation. Our home feels predictable again.”
Carlos P.
“I’ve read many parenting books; Jiujitsu Parenting is the first that sticks in the heat of the moment. Small moves, big results—exactly as promised.”
Jenna L.
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